Medical Terminology Flashcards

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What does 'anaerobic' mean?

presence without oxygen

What is a tracheostomy?

opening of the trachea

What does 'tracheotomy' refer to?

cutting of the trachea

What is an adenoma?

tumor of the gland Signup and view all the answers

What does 'pleuralgia' mean?

pleural pain Signup and view all the answers

What is bronchitis?

inflammation of the bronchi Signup and view all the answers

What does 'bronchoscopy' involve?

visual examination of the bronchi (airways) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'tachypnea' refer to?

rapid respiratory rate Signup and view all the answers

What does 'bradycardia' mean?

slow heart rate Signup and view all the answers

What is hypertrophy?

increase in size Signup and view all the answers

What does myocarditis refer to?

inflammation of the heart muscle Signup and view all the answers

What does 'afebrile' mean?

without fever Signup and view all the answers

What is 'febrile'?

with fever Signup and view all the answers

What does 'tachycardia' refer to?

fast heart rate Signup and view all the answers

What is hypertension?

increase in blood pressure Signup and view all the answers

What does hypotension mean?

decrease in blood pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is dyspnea?

abnormal, impaired, difficulty in breathing Signup and view all the answers

What does 'apnea' mean?

without breathing Signup and view all the answers

What is pleuritis?

pleural inflammation Signup and view all the answers

What does cyanosis refer to?

bluish in color Signup and view all the answers

What does bilateral mean?

both sides Signup and view all the answers

What does unilateral mean?

single side Signup and view all the answers

What is cytology?

study of the cells Signup and view all the answers

What does hemoptysis mean?

coughing up blood Signup and view all the answers

What is thoracotomy?

cutting of the chest Signup and view all the answers

What does lobectomy mean?

removal of a lung lobe Signup and view all the answers

What is cardiomegaly?

enlargement of the heart Signup and view all the answers

What does electrocardiogram refer to?

tracing of electrical activity of the heart Signup and view all the answers

What is hyperventilation?

deep and rapid breathing Signup and view all the answers

What does hypoventilation mean?

shallow or slow breathing Signup and view all the answers

What is hypoxia?

low oxygen levels at the tissues Signup and view all the answers

What does hypercarbia mean?

high levels of CO2 Signup and view all the answers

What is bronchodilation?

dilation or relaxation of the airways Signup and view all the answers

What does pneumothorax refer to?

air in the pleural space Signup and view all the answers

What is a mucolytic?

drug that breaks up (destroys) mucus Signup and view all the answers

What does mucokinetic mean?

drug that helps move mucus Signup and view all the answers

What does hypoxemia mean?

low oxygen levels in blood Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Medical Terms and Definitions

Anaerobic: Refers to processes or organisms that function in the absence of oxygen.
Tracheostomy: A surgical procedure that creates an opening into the trachea to facilitate breathing.
Tracheotomy: An incision made into the trachea, typically to remove an obstruction in the airway.
Adenoma: A benign tumor originating from glandular tissue.
Pleuralgia: Pain occurring in the pleura, the membrane surrounding the lungs.
Bronchitis: Inflammation of the bronchial tubes, usually due to infection or irritants.
Bronchoscopy: A procedure that allows for visualization of the bronchi using a bronchoscope.
Tachypnea: A condition characterized by an abnormally rapid respiratory rate.
Bradycardia: A slower than normal heart rate, typically under 60 beats per minute.
Hypertrophy: The increase in size of an organ or tissue due to the enlargement of its cells.
Myocarditis: Inflammation of the heart muscle, often due to infection.
Afebrile: A state of being without a fever; normal body temperature is maintained.
Febrile: Indicates the presence of fever, often as a response to infection or illness.
Tachycardia: An elevated heart rate, generally over 100 beats per minute.
Hypertension: A chronic condition marked by elevated blood pressure levels.
Hypotension: Abnormally low blood pressure, potentially leading to dizziness or fainting.
Dyspnea: A symptom of difficult or labored breathing, can indicate underlying health issues.
Apnea: A temporary cessation of breathing; can occur during sleep or with certain medical conditions.
Pleuritis (or Pleurisy): Inflammation of the pleura, which can cause sharp chest pain and difficulty breathing.
Cyanosis: A bluish discoloration of the skin or mucous membranes, often indicating low oxygen levels.
Bilateral: Pertaining to both sides of the body or an organ.
Unilateral: Relating to one side of the body or an organ.
Cytology: The branch of biology focused on the study of cells, including their functions and structure.
Hemoptysis: The expectoration (coughing up) of blood from the respiratory tract.
Thoracotomy: A surgical procedure involving an incision into the chest cavity.
Lobectomy: The surgical removal of a lobe of an organ, commonly performed on the lungs.
Cardiomegaly: An enlargement of the heart, which can indicate various heart conditions.
Electrocardiogram (ECG): A diagnostic tool that records the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time.
Hyperventilation: Rapid or deep breathing that can lead to decreased carbon dioxide levels in the blood.
Hypoventilation: Inadequate ventilation leading to increased carbon dioxide levels and decreased oxygen levels.
Hypoxia: A condition characterized by insufficient oxygen reaching the tissues.
Hypercarbia: Elevated levels of carbon dioxide in the bloodstream.
Bronchodilation: The process of widening the air passages in the respiratory tract, improving airflow.
Pneumothorax: The presence of air in the pleural space that can collapse the lung.
Mucolytic: Medications that help break down and clear mucus from the airways.
Mucokinetic: Drugs that promote the movement of mucus through the airways.
Hypoxemia: Deficiency of oxygen in the blood, which can lead to organ damage if severe.

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